JOB
Would you thrive in a role where you could help protect Pennsylvania's environment by supporting fair and effective enforcement efforts? As an Environmental Protection Compliance Specialist with the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP), you will play a pivotal role in helping to keep Pennsylvania's environment safe and healthy. Here, you will have the opportunity to guide facility owners, review important cases, and support balanced enforcement of environmental laws. Apply today to join a team that values responsibility, problem solving, and public service!
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
This position supports the safe management of storage tanks and helps ensure that facilities follow state environmental laws. The primary focus of your work will entail conducting inspections, enforcement activities, and providing guidance to the public and regulated community. As an Environmental Protection Compliance Specialist, you will perform the following duties:
Case Review: Research case files and prepare documentation to support enforcement actions-
Inspection Work: Conduct inspections, investigations, and surveys at storage tank facilities
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Compliance Support: Provide guidance to facility owners, agencies, and the public on storage tank requirements
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Enforcement Actions: Prepare violation notices, orders, and penalty assessments for compliance cases
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Meeting Coordination: Participate in enforcement meetings and discuss cases with legal staff and program managers
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Regulation Evaluation: Review legislation, policies, and guidance related to storage tank compliance programs
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
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Full-time employment
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Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
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Travel is required.
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Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, up to 3 days per week. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Pittsburgh. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.
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Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
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You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
- Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
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Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
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Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
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You must provide complete and accurate information or:
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your score may be lower than deserved.
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you may be disqualified.
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You may only apply/test once for this posting.
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Your results will be provided via email.
